High-voltage battery
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Electrical system
Introduction of smart fortwo electric drive (3rd Generation) • Model Series 451
Information on high-voltage battery
If used according to specifications, the high-
voltage battery presents no danger.
Information on safe handling
• Risk of short circuit - Avoid physical damage
(pressure)
• Risk of self-ignition
Thermal load (avoid the effect of heat/welding;
painting work/force drying up to max. 60 °C)
• Risk of injury due to the formation of
poisonous and corrosive gases
• In addition to safety shoes, also wear personal
protective equipment as per the information in
the repair instructions.
General information on transport
High-voltage batteries are hazardous goods and
are classified as "UN 3480 Lithium-ion battery,
class 9, packaging group II" in accordance with
international hazardous goods regulations. High-
voltage batteries may only be transported in
accordance with the applicable international and
national hazardous goods regulations for the
respective mode of transport. Every high-voltage
battery must be checked for transport safety in
the workshop. Defective or damaged high-voltage
batteries must be classed as NOT safe for trans-
port if following points apply to the transport:
• There is a possibility of dangerous exposure
to heat
• The high-voltage battery can cause fires or
short circuits
• Danger can occur in another way e.g. due to
the release of fluid electrolyte or dangerous
vapors.
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Note
High-voltage batteries which are damaged
during use or accident must be inspected and
tested by an electrical specialist for HV systems
in motor vehicles (series production vehicles).
Damaged high-voltage batteries may
not
be
installed in a vehicle.
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Note
Shipping must be carried out/arranged by a
logistics employee who is trained to deal with
hazardous materials, hazardous substances and
packaging.
